UGG Maylin Foldover Furry Boots in chestnut (Canada)
- available in black and brown
fashionable functional winter boots
… for every woman!
This is my first winter on the East Coast in three years, I’m thankful that it’s been mild enough that I’ve been able to get away with my J.Crew Sperry Shearwater boots, original navy Hunters (with cream fleece socks), my Stuart Weitman leopard rain boots and my black Gucci (with leopard fleece socks) rain boots. But a big snow storm will hit… so topping my “to-buy” list is a pair of winter boots. Above are my finalists, I’ll likely end up getting a furry-shearling pair, and a classic black go-to. I’d also love a white pair like the Pajar‘s or Sorels to throw into the rotation. Wish-list!☺
Sorel “Tofino” (Canada) – these are all over the magazines and style segments as the “it” boots of the season. Red is fresh and unexpected, but this style is also great in brown, grey, and black. They fit small, in the US they come in half sizes – in Canada go down half a size to the next whole size.
Sperry “Plover” – these work in rain or snow, keeping you warm and dry. I love the tie and fur!
Hunter “Adley” – these come in black, dark olive and brown. I can’t get enough shearling. Hunters only come in half sizes and they fit big, if you’re a half size go down to the next whole size.
GEOX’s “Dina Stilvali” – these quilted patent boots are warm and cozy with a subtle shiny splash. They only come in whole sizes, they fit small, go down half a size to the next whole size.
Hunter “Regent Savoy” - my favorite boot this year, but I’ll warn you – the shaft is snug (15.5 inch circumference). Snugger than the Hunter original; 16 inch – (if you have a wider calf try the Hunter Huntress for an extra 0.5″, it’s 16.5 inches). The Regent also comes in Montpelier leopard.
Pikolinos – Lisboa 767-8441 – these are tall, warm, waterproof and a complement to any outfit.
UGG Belcloud (Canada) – great in black, brown, or Cognac – you can wear these like a riding boot.
Pajar “Grip Boot” (Canada) – so après ski, but they also work in the city. I love white, red, grey, black, animal (brown and black) and plaid… the black Gianna, Women’s Wolseley, and Red Wood.
Sorel’s 6138640 – exclusive to Browns in Canada, these zip-up boots are ready to throw on and go!
“How I Met Your Mother”
Photo: Cobie Smulders and Neil Patrick Harris c/o tvline.com
 If you loved Robin’s blouse on last night’s midseason finale of “How I Met Your Mother” – here it is! Equipment’s Brett Colorblock blouse (Canada) is great with jeans or dress pants. Robin’s black cherry J Brand 811′s are a great complement to the colorblock natural white/black. If you love white and black blouses – this unexpected combination is a great neutral and a holiday staple!
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Hudson’s Bay Tote Bag
I’m all for fashion meeting function. So when my best friend gave me the Hudson’s Bay Tote Bag as part of my incredibly thoughtful “welcome back to Toronto” birthday gift, I was sold (NB: August has more birthdays than any other month, Happy Birthday to you if you’re also one of them). I had just seen a très chic women in her forties shopping carrying the bag in Toronto’s upscale Summerhill neighborhood and immediately complemented her on the bag when I saw it in her living room. “It’s for you!” was her response. Too perfect! Thank you, thank you.
Reusable totes help the environment and your wallet as many provinces and states like Ontario now charge for paper and plastic bags. With my new go-to retailing for only $10, you can’t afford not to. So when grabbing your groceries, or anything bag-worthy, why not make a statement. And for any other patriotic Canucks – there are countless ways to enjoy and wear your STRIPES!
Sailor Girls… Get Noticed
Photos (William & Kate) c/o: www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/; www.bff.tv/fashion-face-off-2/
SJP and Kate are nautical visions of summer in Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen’s ribbed sailor dress. Sarah Jessica wore the navy style in Hollywood, accented with a red croc clutch and hot-red bowed peep toes. Kate wore the classic white version with black heels in Prince Edward Island… her new husband playfully thanked P.E.I for naming the island after him. Awe… And speaking of the Prince. What’s not to love about Kate in a white Sarah Burton dress? Memories…
This gorgeous dress isn’t available, but you can still skirt your sweater this month and into the fall in beige, navy, off-white, or black. Thicker knits flatter… And as always, SPANX are your friends.
J Brands fit for a Princess!
Kate shows us J Brand jeans really are EVERY girl’s go-to! If it’s good enough for a Royal…
Loading …Photo: Kate Middleton c/o: jbrand.com
Kate wasn’t all formal while visiting Canada this month. She let her hair down in Navy J Brand 811 Luxe Twills. While I’m still a fan of the rainbow of skinny pants we’re seeing this summer, I’m also a sucker for navy. Not to mention, they offer the perfect backdrop to complement her gorgeous ring.
Will and Kate’s Canadian Tour
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visited Canada for 9 days as their first official overseas tour.
Photos (William & Kate) c/o: www.iialp.org; www.wwd.comm; http://m.ibtimes.com
Kate’s first outfit, an off-white REISS dress (the same one she wore in the couple’s official engagement photos), a patriotic maple leaf brooch borrowed from Queen Elizabeth (presented to her by the Queen mom when she first visited Canada in 1939), and a crimson red maple leaf fascinator by Sylvia Fletcher at Lock and Co. Normally we’d consider her bright red pumps matchy-matchy, but worn in the Nation’s capital on Canada Day – they’re the perfect finishing touch.
Moving from Ottawa to Yellowknife, Canada, Will and Kate joined the locals in a street hockey game. Her linen dress is by Danish-born British high street designer Malene Birger. Catherine opted to stay on the sidelines and cheer for the Duke, reportedly explaining that if not for her nude L.K. Bennett heels, she would have joined in the game herself. She had me at nude heels…
Lastly, her Highness wore a navy lace dress called “the Cecile dress” designed by Erdem. The dress can be found in their pre-spring 2012 collection. Kate paired her stunning navy lace dress with her L.K.Bennett Sledge2 patent nude pumps. Her style is so classic, and so-spot-on PRINCESS PERFECT!
GO-h Canada!
Photo: Kim Cattrall & m0851 Vancouver store window c/o: www.thevjmporium.com & www.facebook.com/m0851vancouver
Vancouver is one of my favourite cities in Canada. Boston is one of the favorite cities in the US. But true to my Canadian roots, I’m cheering for the Canucks in tonight’s Stanley Cup final. Hockey is by far one of Canada’s proudest past-times, compared to the three majors in the US (baseball, football and basketball) where the puck just doesn’t garner the same attention. We’re reminded of this every time Canada and the US face each other in the winter Olympics (last year I had the pleasure of watching the final game in a sports bar in Manhattan Beach, California – with one other Canadian – let’s just say our cheers weren’t popular…). Americans are as competitive as Canadians are nice, but a win tonight just doesn’t mean the same to those South of the border.
Some Canadian celebrities who might be joining Kim Cattrall‘s patriotic cheers (those in red are from Vancouver) are: Justin Bieber, Rachel McAdams, Michael J. Fox, Wayne Gretzky, Mike Meyers, Ryan Reynolds, Jim Carrey, Avril Lavine, Sarah McLachlan, Alanis Morissette, Celion Dion, Ellen Page (Juno), Emmanuelle Chriqui (Sloan McQuewick on “Entourage”), Hayden Christensen, Howie Mandel, Jessica Lowndes (Adriana Tate Duncan on “90210″), Keanu Reeves, Kelly Rowan (Kirsten Cowan from “The OC”), Michael Buble, Nelly Furtado, Neve Campbell, Pamela Anderson, Ryan Gosling, Scott Speedman (Ben from “Felicity”), Sandra Oh (Christina Yang on “Grey’s Anatomy”, and from “Sideways”), Shania Twain, Shenae Grimes (Annie Wilson on “90210″), Eric McCormack (Will from “Will & Grace”), Jason Priestley, Seth Rogen, Eric Lindros (NHL), and Steve Nash (NBA).
“GO CANUCKS GO!!”
